1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 195 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Trabant |
| Model | Naked | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 24 L |
