1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 13 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 342 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Naked | Fit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
