1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 17 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 513 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GTV | Bee |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2000 mm |
