2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Minor weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Because 1968 Morris Minor 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 1968 Morris Minor. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Muse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Muse | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2190 mm |
