2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1996 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Elantra (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 423 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, 1996 Hyundai Elantra (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 1996 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Naked | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
