1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 45 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 345 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, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Bee | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1241 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2390 mm |
