1976 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 35 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lotus |
| Model | Celeste | Exige |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2299 mm |
