1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
Model | Maepsy-Na | Fabia |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |