1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 38 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover Mini (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover Mini should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover Mini weights approximately 174 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, 1992 Rover Mini (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Bee | Mini |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1275 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
