1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 54 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1070 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Bee | Vectra |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |