2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 47 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 1027 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 166 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2000 mm |
