1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 47 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotus Exige weights approximately 265 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, 2003 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Bee | Exige |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2310 mm |
