1995 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1995 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, 1970 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Domino | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Domino | J4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
