2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 1973 Seat 1430 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 1973 Seat 1430. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Naked | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
