1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2003 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 261 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari. 2003 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2003 Daihatsu Naked | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Mehari | Naked |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |