1974 Honda Life vs. 1999 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Move is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 1999 Daihatsu Move has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu Move will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 1999 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
| Model | Life | Move |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |
