1976 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 259 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Celeste | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
