1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 53 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1495 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2477 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3010 mm |
