2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 204 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Naked | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Naked | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
