2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1959 Fiat 600
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 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 987 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 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 600. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Move | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
