1994 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2011 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Alto is newer by 17 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 260 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, 2011 Suzuki Alto (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Domino | 2011 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Domino | Alto |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
