1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 13 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 815 kg more than 1951 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Spider | Bee |
Year Released | 1964 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 354 cc |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2000 mm |