1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Morris Minor weights approximately 18 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 1960 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1960 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Naked | Minor |
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 | 62 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |