1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 55 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 715 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Bee | 75 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
