2002 Daihatsu Move vs. 1959 MG Magnett
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Move is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 MG Magnett 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 1959 MG Magnett. 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, 1959 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Move | 1959 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Move | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
