1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na
To start off, 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LNA 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 24 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na weights approximately 214 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA. 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, 1978 Citroen LNA, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1982 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | LNA | Maepsy-Na |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
