1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 359 kg more than 1954 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, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulietta | Bee |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2000 mm |
