1994 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1961 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Domino | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Domino | Appia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
