1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta is newer by 51 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 1084 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, 2005 Lancia Zeta (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Bee | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2830 mm |
