1968 DAF 44 vs. 1995 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 846 cc (3 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 DAF 44 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Domino.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1995 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 44 | Domino |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
