1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1964 Abarth 595 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 593 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Abarth 595 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 595 (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 595 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daihatsu Bee weights approximately 45 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Abarth 595 (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Abarth 595 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 595 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
