1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1956 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 33 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2000 mm |
