1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 40 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 955 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2730 mm |
