2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 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), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 45 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Move | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
