1993 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 955 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, 2005 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. 2005 Fiat Croma 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. 2005 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Domino | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Domino | Croma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 203 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
