1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1955 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 Chrysler 160 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | 160 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 35 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 |
