1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Skoda 440 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Because 1958 Skoda 440 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 Skoda 440. 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 Skoda 440 (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Domino | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Domino | 440 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
