2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Because 1959 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Move (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Move | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 57 L |
