2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 51 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 969 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 147 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2000 mm |
