1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1971 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1971 Opel Admiral is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Admiral weights approximately 960 kg more than 1955 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, 1971 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1971 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2784 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2850 mm |
