2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 658 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Muse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 600 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 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 1956 Fiat 600. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (120 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Muse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Muse | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |
