2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 563 kg more than 1952 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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | SSR | Bee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2000 mm |
