1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 12 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 693 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, 2009 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Move | Rio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
