2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 54 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1084 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 159 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2000 mm |
