1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 57 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 610 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Bee | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2604 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3010 mm |