1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Twingo weights approximately 1 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.
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, 1996 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move. 1996 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Move | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
