2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
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 Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 198 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Naked | Europa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
