1962 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 9 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 1962 AC Aceca 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 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1962 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aceca | Naked |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
