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 (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daihatsu Bee weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
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 | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
