1966 Morris Minor vs. 2003 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 15 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Morris Minor 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 1966 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move, 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, 2003 Daihatsu Move (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Minor | 2003 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Morris | Daihatsu |
| Model | Minor | Move |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
