1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 51 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 700 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
Model | Bee | Cooper |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |