1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2005 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 480 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, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 2005 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Move | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
