1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 485 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Bee | Delta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2480 mm |
