1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (65 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1999 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | GTA | Naked |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
