1996 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1974 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 425 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.
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, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Domino | 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Domino | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
