1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1972 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1972 Mini Clubman is newer by 18 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 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mini Clubman (60 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mini Clubman weights approximately 189 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, 1972 Mini Clubman (95 Nm @ 2550 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1972 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Bee | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1274 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
