2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Move | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
