1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 47 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1118 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Bee | Vectra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2171 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |