1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1958 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Escort weights approximately 192 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Because 1958 Ford Escort 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 1958 Ford Escort. 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, 1958 Ford Escort (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1958 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Domino | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
