1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1952 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Nova | Bee |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2000 mm |
