1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 44 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 1034 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bee | Diamante |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2972 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2730 mm |