1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 51 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 880 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, 2007 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Bee | Astra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1909 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |
