1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 195 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Move | Panda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
