1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1982 Alpine A 310 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1952 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 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 310 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2000 mm |
