2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Festiva weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Muse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Muse | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2300 mm |
