1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1970 Mercury Monterey is newer by 19 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1417 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Bee | Monterey |
Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 5769 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3160 mm |