1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 32 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 535 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1755 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2640 mm |
