1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Domino 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 3 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 191 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
| Model | Domino | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
