1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 25 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 520 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Bee | Beta |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1584 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2480 mm |