1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 846 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Domino weights approximately 30 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Because 1962 Alpine A 108 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 1962 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1992 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 108 | Domino |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
