1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 29 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo 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 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
