1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 845 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Domino | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
