1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 53 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), 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 630 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, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
Model | Bee | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2550 mm |