1976 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, both 1976 Citroen CX and 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 347 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | CX | Celeste |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |