2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Naked | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
