1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1998 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Maestro weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. 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, 1984 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1998 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Maestro | Domino |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
