1993 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 300 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 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Domino | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Domino | Rio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
