2002 Daihatsu Move vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Move is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Because 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Move | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Move | Ponton |
Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |