1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 47 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Multipla (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 795 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, 1998 Fiat Multipla (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1581 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |
