1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 248 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1999 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Naked |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
