1975 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1982 Toyota Starlet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 141 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Celeste | Starlet |
Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |