1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 36 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 548 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 125 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Minica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 548 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2270 mm |
