1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 657 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 76 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2000 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2000 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Visa | Naked |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
