1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 48 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 865 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Dion |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |
