1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1952 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Bee | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1792 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2500 mm |
