1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 49 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1248 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2958 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2840 mm |
