1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2001 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 46 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 547 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, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1747 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2280 mm |
