1974 Citroen GS vs. 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na
To start off, 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 6 kg more than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Because 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 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 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, 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, 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | |
Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
Model | GS | Maepsy-Na |
Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |