1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 439 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 BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 BT-50 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Bee | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2498 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3010 mm |