1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Steyr Haflinger 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 16 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
| Model | Domino | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
