1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 26 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mini Cooper, 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper 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 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mini |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
