1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (56 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
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, 2008 Fiat 500 (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Naked | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
