2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu Muse and 2001 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Because 2001 Smart ForTwo 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 2001 Smart ForTwo. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
| Model | Muse | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1820 mm |
