1976 Chrysler 160 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 160 is newer by 24 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 570 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, 1976 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 160 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | 160 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2000 mm |
