1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 375 kg more than 1951 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Bee |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 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 | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2000 mm |
