2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 241 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Seat 600 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 1969 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Naked | 1969 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Naked | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
