1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 359 cc (2 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Daihatsu Bee (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1955 Daihatsu Bee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bee | Minica |
Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |