1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 34 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 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 335 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Arna | Bee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2000 mm |
