1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Because 1977 Alpine A 110 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 1977 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. 2002 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1977 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1977 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 2002 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 110 | Naked |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
