1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 61 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 710 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
Model | Bee | Cooper |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1600 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2466 mm |