2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 58 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 926 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, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2000 mm |
