1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1956 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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2197 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2650 mm |
