1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Simca Aronde (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Simca Aronde weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Simca Aronde 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 1955 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1955 Simca Aronde (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Domino | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
