1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 310 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1956 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, 1971 Alpine A 310 (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 310 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2000 mm |
