1993 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Domino.
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, 1993 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Domino | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Domino | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
