2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 302 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Italdesign |
| Model | Muse | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
