1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi ASX is newer by 59 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi ASX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi ASX (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi ASX should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 860 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, 2011 Mitsubishi ASX (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi ASX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | ASX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2670 mm |
