1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 50 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 504 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (146 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Colt |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1493 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
