1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 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 (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. 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 1968 Trabant P 601. 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 (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Trabant |
Model | Naked | P 601 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 24 L |