1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 44 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 720 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Bee | MR2 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1996 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |