1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto is newer by 11 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 25 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 2010 Suzuki Alto. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Naked | Alto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
