1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 230 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Toyota Publica 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 1962 Toyota Publica. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Naked | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
