1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 44 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 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Astra (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Astra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1199 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |
