1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1959 Alpine A 106 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alpine A 106 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Alpine A 106 (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 106 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2000 mm |
