1976 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 37 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 552 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 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Celeste | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
