1993 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1965 Moretti 850
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 850 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 7 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Moretti 850 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Domino.
Because 1965 Moretti 850 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 1965 Moretti 850. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Domino | 1965 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Moretti |
| Model | Domino | 850 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
