2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Muse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 165 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Muse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Muse | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
