1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 19 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 495 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, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Bee | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1725 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
