1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 54 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1209 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Bee | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1894 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2850 mm |
