1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1956 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, 2000 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2000 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Signum |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2172 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |
