1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 24 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 969 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Bee | Senator |
Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2969 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2670 mm |