2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 492 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Because 1959 Ford Zodiac 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 Ford Zodiac. 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 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Muse | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
