1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 16 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1986 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
