1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 248 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Naked | Materia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
