1975 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Speedster weights approximately 75 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.
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, 2007 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Celeste | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
