1992 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Domino | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Domino | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
