1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 160 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. 2001 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 2001 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Naked |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
