1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 57 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 514 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Bee | 2 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1349 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2489 mm |