2002 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Naked | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Naked | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
