1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 60 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste.
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, 1961 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 60 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
