1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 51 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 865 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2640 mm |
