2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1333 kg more than 1955 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 159 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 515 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 |
