2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 181 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.
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, 1996 Mazda 121 (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. 2005 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda 121 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda 121 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Naked | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Naked | 121 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
