1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 344 kg more than 1954 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Bee |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2000 mm |
