2000 Daihatsu Move vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 310 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 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Move | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Move | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 48 L |
