1995 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 846 cc (3 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Domino weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. 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, 1995 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Domino | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Domino | Life |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 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 | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
