2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 25 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Move | Charade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
