1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 22 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 1009 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, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2199 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2650 mm |
