1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Maxi weights approximately 140 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 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Maxi. 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, 1978 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Maxi | Naked |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
