1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Felicia (63 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 245 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 Skoda Felicia (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Move | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
