1994 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 12 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 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Domino.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Domino | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
| Model | Domino | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
