1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 24 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 1185 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5210 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2870 mm |
