1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1978 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1978 Innocenti Mini is newer by 23 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 211 kg more than 1955 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, 1978 Innocenti Mini (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1978 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Bee | Mini |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2050 mm |
