1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 489 kg more than 1954 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 Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Vega | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Vega | Bee |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2000 mm |