1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 55 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 609 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
Model | Bee | Cooper |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |