1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1982 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Alto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1982 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 95 kg more than 1951 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, 1982 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1982 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Bee | Alto |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 796 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2160 mm |
