1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 230 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 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1999 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1954 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1954 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Naked | CJ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2060 mm |
