2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Naked | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Naked | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |