1995 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 465 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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Domino | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Domino | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
