1971 Austin 3 vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 20 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 975 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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | 3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2000 mm |
