1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1969 Checker Aerobus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Checker | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aerobus | Bee |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2000 mm |
