1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 33 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 745 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | SZ | Bee |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2000 mm |
