1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1966 Fiat OT is newer by 10 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 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat OT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat OT (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat OT should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat OT weights approximately 240 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, 1966 Fiat OT (134 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | OT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1280 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
