1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | 2600 | Celeste |
Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |