1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 410 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 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Naked | 155 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
