1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 845 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Honda S600 weights approximately 100 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 1969 Honda S600 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 1969 Honda S600. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1969 Honda S600 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Domino | S600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |