1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 23 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 495 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Bee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2000 mm |
