1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 60 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 985 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Colt |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1332 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2500 mm |
