1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1962 Morris Minor is newer by 11 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Morris Minor (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Morris Minor weights approximately 310 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, 1962 Morris Minor (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Bee | Minor |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 948 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2190 mm |
