1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1953 Lancia Aurelia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 615 kg more than 1952 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, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 1953 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Bee | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2451 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2660 mm |
