2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 180 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Move | Punto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |
