1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 265 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Domino |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
