1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 19 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 533 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfetta | Bee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2000 mm |
