2000 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1981 Fiat 126
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 657 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 225 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Fiat 126 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 1981 Fiat 126. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126. 2000 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 126 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 | 1981 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Naked | 126 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1850 mm |
