1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 47 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 835 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, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bee | Astra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |
