1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 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), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (129 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1185 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Caprice | Bee |
Year Released | 1978 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2000 mm |