1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 30 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 399 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 33 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
