1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 is newer by 45 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 25 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 25 weights approximately 614 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, 1999 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Bee | 25 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1950 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
