1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Naked |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
