2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 50 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 260 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, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Matiz | Bee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2000 mm |
