1996 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 240 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, 2012 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Domino | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Domino | Aygo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |