1993 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 846 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Domino weights approximately 55 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Seat 600 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Domino | 1960 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Domino | 600 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
