1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 359 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 1 kg more than 1952 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, 1952 Daihatsu Bee (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Daihatsu Bee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Minica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
