1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 52 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 525 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1368 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |
