2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Move | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Move | Cortina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |