1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1055 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 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Impala | Naked |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
