1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1958 Lotus Elite is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lotus Elite weights approximately 65 kg more than 1951 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, 1958 Lotus Elite (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Bee | Elite |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1216 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2240 mm |
