1987 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 4 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, 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na weights approximately 245 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | AX | Maepsy-Na |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
