1996 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 846 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Minor weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Domino.
Because 1954 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Domino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Domino | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Domino | Minor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
