1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Naked | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2300 mm |
