1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 1997 Rover 800 is newer by 42 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 800 weights approximately 920 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, 1997 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Bee | 800 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2780 mm |
