1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 58 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2737 mm |
