2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Muse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Muse would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Muse should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 2001 Daihatsu Muse (120 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Muse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Muse | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
