1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 42 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 635 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Space Star |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
