1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 2005 Daihatsu Naked | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 70 | Naked |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 60.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 37 L |