2002 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 1970 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Naked | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Naked | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
