1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 120 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Naked | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84 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 | 810 kg | 930 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 |
