1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 671 kg more than 1954 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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cavalier | Bee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2000 mm |
