2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 90 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Naked | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
