1978 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Marina weights approximately 72 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 1978 Austin Marina 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 1978 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2004 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Marina | Naked |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
