1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 33 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 Reliant Scimitar. 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 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
| Model | Naked | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2140 mm |
