1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 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 5 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1000 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Because 1968 Simca 1000 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 1968 Simca 1000. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Domino | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
