1996 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus is newer by 41 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Cirrus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus weights approximately 919 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, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Cirrus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Cirrus | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cirrus | Bee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2000 mm |
