2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 131 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 131 weights approximately 165 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 1974 Seat 131 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 1974 Seat 131. 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, 1974 Seat 131 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1974 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1974 Seat 131 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 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Naked | 131 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
