1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet APV is newer by 33 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 1075 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, 1989 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | APV | Bee |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2000 mm |
