1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (75 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Naked | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
