1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 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 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 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, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Naked | Electron |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
