1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 26 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 905 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, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Valiant | Bee |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2000 mm |
