2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Because 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S 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 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
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2003 Daihatsu Move | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Move | 170S |
Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |