1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 76 kg more than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
| Model | Maepsy-Na | Beta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
