1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1952 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Bee | 146 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1970 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2600 mm |
