1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 485 kg more than 1956 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, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
Model | Bee | Alpine |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1723 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2190 mm |