1968 AMC AMX vs. 2001 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 567 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 AMC AMX 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 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2001 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
| Model | AMX | Naked |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
