1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 42 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), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 634 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, 1996 Opel Astra (128 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Bee | Astra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |