1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 35 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 661 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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Bee | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1581 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2670 mm |
