2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 56 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Escort |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
