1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na
To start off, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na weights approximately 202 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Citroen Visa, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | |
Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
Model | Visa | Maepsy-Na |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |