2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1998 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 119 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Ibiza. 2003 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Ibiza 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 | 1998 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Naked | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
