1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 53 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2378 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |
