1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1998 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Duna. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1998 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Naked | Duna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
