1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 426 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 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1999 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Naked | i20 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2525 mm |