1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 52 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 658 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru R2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru R2 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru R2 weights approximately 285 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, 2003 Subaru R2 (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru R2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Bee | R2 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 658 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2370 mm |
