1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Avenger (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 385 kg more than 1956 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 Avenger (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Avenger | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Avenger | Bee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2000 mm |
