1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 510 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 1981 Peugeot 505 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 1981 Peugeot 505. 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, 1981 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Naked | 505 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
