1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Olympia weights approximately 155 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 1970 Opel Olympia 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 1970 Opel Olympia. 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, 1970 Opel Olympia (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Domino | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
