1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Muse
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 435 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2001 Daihatsu Muse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 145 | Muse |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
