1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 799 kg more than 1954 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GTV | Bee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2000 mm |
