2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor 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 17 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 25 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Morris Minor 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 1962 Morris Minor. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Move | Minor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
