1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 28 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 476 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Bee | Ascona |
Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |