1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 31 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 397 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 33 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2000 mm |
