1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Centura | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
