1976 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na
To start off, 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 486 kg more than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | CX | Maepsy-Na |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
