1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1955 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Chevelle | Bee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2000 mm |
