1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1979 Renault Siete
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,036 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault Siete weights approximately 5 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1979 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Naked | Siete |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1036 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
