1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 57 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), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2737 mm |
