2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1981 Toyota Century
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Century (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Century weights approximately 990 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.
Because 1981 Toyota Century 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 1981 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1981 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move. 1981 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2001 Daihatsu Move has manual transmission. 2001 Daihatsu Move will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 1981 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Move | Century |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
