1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 35 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), 1989 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 704 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1989 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Magna |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2555 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2600 mm |
