2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Daihatsu Move (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Move | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
