1994 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 310 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. 2007 Fiat Punto has automatic transmission and 1994 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1994 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Punto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Domino | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Domino | Punto |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
