1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Maestro weights approximately 399 kg more than 1954 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, 1987 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Maestro | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Maestro | Bee |
Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2000 mm |