1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 52 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 1,499 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 550 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Colt |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1499 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |
