1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Move (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Because 1953 Fiat 1400 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 1953 Fiat 1400. 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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Move | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
