1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 47 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1012 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Bee | Vectra |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2172 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2840 mm |