1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 29 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 515 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |
