1977 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 62 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Celeste | 8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
