1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 657 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 375 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. 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 1962 Fiat 500. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Naked | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
