1990 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 328 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.
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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Domino. 2012 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1990 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1990 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Domino | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Domino | Panda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
