1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1977 Lancia Stratos is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 465 kg more than 1956 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, 1977 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Bee | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2419 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2190 mm |
