1996 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline 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 1962 Fiat Berline. 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Domino | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Domino | Berline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
