2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 55 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 1977 Toyota Corolla 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 1977 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1977 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Move | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
