1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1979 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Because 1983 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 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1979 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
Model | Maepsy-Na | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |