2001 Daihatsu Muse vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 11 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 552 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.
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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Muse. (120 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Muse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Muse | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Muse | Insight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
