1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 54 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 1,802 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 481 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Bee | MR2 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1802 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 170 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2500 mm |