1977 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Celeste | Forester |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
