1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Spider | Move |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
