2000 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 2000 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Naked | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Naked | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
