1991 Austin Montego vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1991 Austin Montego is newer by 37 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Austin Montego weights approximately 594 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, 1991 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Bee |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2000 mm |
