2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1993 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 987 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Move (53 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Fiat Panda. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Move (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1993 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Move | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
