2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Violet (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Violet 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 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1973 Nissan Violet (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Naked | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Naked | Violet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
