1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1975 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 24 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 600 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, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Bee | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1970 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |