1975 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 75 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
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, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Celeste | 356 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
