1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 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 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daihatsu Bee (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daihatsu Bee should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daihatsu Bee weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Daihatsu Bee (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Daihatsu Bee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | 500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 499 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
