1958 Austin Princess vs. 1991 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin Princess 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 1958 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Domino, 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, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Domino. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 1991 Daihatsu Domino | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Princess | Domino |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |