2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Move is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 131 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat 131 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 1976 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1976 Fiat 131 (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Move | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Move | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
