1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 29 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 384 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, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bee | Astra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |
