1975 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, both 1975 Citroen CX and 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 475 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen CX | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | CX | Celeste |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |