2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 257 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.
Because 1971 Morris Marina 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 1971 Morris Marina. 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, 1971 Morris Marina (144 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Muse | Marina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
