1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 610 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 Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Starion 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 Starion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Starion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1125 kg |
