2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1968 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Corsair weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Corsair 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 1968 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Naked | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
