2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1970 Saab Sonett III
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab Sonett III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab Sonett III would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Saab Sonett III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Saab Sonett III (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Saab Sonett III should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 16 kg more than 1970 Saab Sonett III.
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, 1970 Saab Sonett III (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Saab Sonett III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. 2003 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1970 Saab Sonett III has manual transmission. 1970 Saab Sonett III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Naked | 1970 Saab Sonett III | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Naked | Sonett III |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
