1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Daihatsu Muse
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound 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 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse, 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2001 Daihatsu Muse | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Greyhound | Muse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
