1967 Alvis TF vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 16 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 1035 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alvis | Daihatsu |
| Model | TF | Bee |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2000 mm |
