1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1972 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1972 Lancia 2000 is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 719 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, 1972 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1972 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Bee | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2660 mm |
