1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1966 Lotus Elan is newer by 14 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 1,557 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Elan (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lotus Elan weights approximately 181 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, 1966 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Bee | Elan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1557 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2140 mm |
