1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1970 Opel Kadett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Kadett (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Kadett weights approximately 239 kg more than 1954 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, 1970 Opel Kadett (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1078 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2420 mm |
