1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1957 Lancia Appia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 324 kg more than 1954 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, 1957 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Bee | Appia |
Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1091 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |