1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 60 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 890 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2634 mm |
