1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1985 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit is newer by 31 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 552 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, 1985 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1985 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Bee | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2174 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2490 mm |
