1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 50 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 955 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bee | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
