1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1951 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 Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Bee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2000 mm |
