1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 675 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.
Because 1979 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Naked | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
