1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1977 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Publica weights approximately 130 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, 1977 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Domino | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
