1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1974 Morris 1800
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Morris 1800 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 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, 1974 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1974 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Naked | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
