2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1958 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Escort weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 1958 Ford Escort 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 1958 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Daihatsu Naked | 1958 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Naked | Escort |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 31 L |