1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 53 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Bee | Exige |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2310 mm |
