2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Muse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Muse | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
