1967 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Daihatsu Muse
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 752 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.
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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2001 Daihatsu Muse | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | Muse |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |
