1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 45 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 699 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 146 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |
