1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 942 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Bee |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2000 mm |
