2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 53 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1239 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 159 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2000 mm |
