1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot Samba weights approximately 119 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, 1998 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Talbot |
| Model | Domino | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
