1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 165 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 1953 Peugeot 203 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 Peugeot 203. 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 Peugeot 203 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1953 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Move | 203 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
