1974 Renault 12 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Move is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Move (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Move.
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, 1974 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Move. 2005 Daihatsu Move has automatic transmission and 1974 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1974 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Move will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 2005 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | 12 | Move |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
