1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 55 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 1000 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, 2006 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Bee | Astra |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1910 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |