1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 750 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Domino | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Domino | Panda |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |