1993 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. 2001 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1993 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1993 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Domino | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
| Model | Domino | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
