1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 56 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), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 930 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2700 mm |
