1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1962 Holden FB Special

To start off, 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 1962 Holden FB Special
Make Daewoo Holden
Model Maepsy-Na FB Special
Year Released 1984 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1492 cc 2262 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2670 mm


 

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