2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1951 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 Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cobalt | Bee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
