1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 660 kg more than 1951 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Bee | Carlton |
Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1979 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2680 mm |