1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 465 kg more than 1952 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1389 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2500 mm |
