1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 52 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1625 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Montero |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3828 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2730 mm |
