1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1973 Renault 12
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 12 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1973 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Naked | 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 56 L |
