1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
