1964 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 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, 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Volvo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | P 210 Duett | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
