2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1999 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Copen | Naked |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
