2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 54 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1234 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Equinox | Bee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2000 mm |
