1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1962 Moretti 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 477 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Moretti 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daihatsu Bee (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daihatsu Bee should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Moretti 500 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 35 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Moretti |
| Model | Bee | 500 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 477 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
