1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 24 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 755 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Bee | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2480 mm |
