1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 31 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Seat Marbella (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Seat Marbella weights approximately 165 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, 1987 Seat Marbella (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Bee | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 903 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2170 mm |
