1975 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 36 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 1070 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 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Celeste | A8 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2992 mm |