1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1993 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1993 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 41 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Hyundai Lantra (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 547 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, 1993 Hyundai Lantra (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1993 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Bee | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1468 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
