1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 40 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1951 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, 1966 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Bee |
Year Released | 1966 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 354 cc |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2000 mm |