1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1969 Maserati Mistral is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 749 kg more than 1954 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
| Model | Bee | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4014 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
