1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1993 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 145 | Domino |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
