1960 MG MGA vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste (74 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 10 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 1960 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1960 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG MGA | 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | MG | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MGA | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
