2000 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Naked.
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, 2000 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12. 2000 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1974 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1974 Renault 12 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 | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Naked | 12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
