2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1978 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 137 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 1978 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Move | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
