1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1991 Lada Samara
To start off, 1991 Lada Samara is newer by 39 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Samara weights approximately 409 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, 1991 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1991 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Bee | Samara |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1288 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |
