1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 30 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 655 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 90 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2000 mm |
