1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen SP (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen SP should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen SP weights approximately 265 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Domino | SP |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
