2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 591 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 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Muse | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
