1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 47 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Speedster weights approximately 430 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, 1998 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2198 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2340 mm |
