1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 20 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1955 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | 130 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3238 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2730 mm |
