1977 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 110 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Celeste | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
