1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1973 Opel Rekord is newer by 18 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 550 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, 1973 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1698 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2680 mm |
