1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1958 Lancia Appia

To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 43 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 239 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.

Because 1958 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Daihatsu Domino 1958 Lancia Appia
Make Daihatsu Lancia
Model Domino Appia
Year Released 1990 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 845 cc 1090 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 625 kg 864 kg
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm


 

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