2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 52 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 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 562 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, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Spark | Bee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 516 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 |
