1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1966 MG Midget is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG Midget (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 MG Midget weights approximately 219 kg more than 1954 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, 1966 MG Midget (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Bee | Midget |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1098 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2032 mm |
