1999 Daihatsu Move vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Move is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Move.
Because 1953 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Move, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Move | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Move | 203 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
