1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 29 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 810 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Magna |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2555 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2600 mm |
