1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 75 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Move | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
