1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 18 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 285 kg more than 1955 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 Austin Allegro (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allegro | Bee |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2000 mm |
