1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 54 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1501 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Bee | Milan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2278 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2730 mm |
