1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 31 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 874 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bee | Debonair |
Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2555 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2700 mm |