2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1995 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Elan weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 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, 1995 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. 2001 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 1995 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Naked | Elan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
