1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na
To start off, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na weights approximately 64 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1986 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 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | Alfasud | Maepsy-Na |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1184 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
