2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 55 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1174 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Spider | Bee |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2000 mm |