1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 37 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 865 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 155 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
