1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 200 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. 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 1958 Morgan 4. 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, 1958 Morgan 4 (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1999 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1958 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Morgan 4 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 | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Naked | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
