1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 1970 Rover 2000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 2000 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1956 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, 1970 Rover 2000 (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
Model | Bee | 2000 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1978 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2640 mm |