1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 675 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Domino | 220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
