1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 1135 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Bee | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2830 mm |
