1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Ascona weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Ascona. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Naked | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
