1977 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste.
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, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | Celeste | 203 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |