1994 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 575 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.
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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Domino | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Domino | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
