1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 20 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 565 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfetta | Bee |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2000 mm |
