1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1963 MG 1100
To start off, 1963 MG 1100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 MG 1100 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1955 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, 1963 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1963 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Bee | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1098 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2380 mm |
