2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lotus Elan weights approximately 79 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Lotus Elan 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 1969 Lotus Elan. 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, 1969 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1969 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1969 Lotus Elan 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 | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Naked | Elan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
