2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 17 weights approximately 240 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Renault 17 (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1971 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Move | 17 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
