2004 Daihatsu Move vs. 1969 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Move is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Move.
Because 1969 Skoda Octavia 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 1969 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Daihatsu Move (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Move | 1969 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Move | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |
