2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 53 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 560 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, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aveo | Bee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2000 mm |
