2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 56 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 791 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, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Vivant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Vivant | Bee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2000 mm |
