1980 Austin Marina vs. 1997 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Marina weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Austin Marina 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 1980 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1980 Austin Marina (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1997 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Marina | Move |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
