1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
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, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (172 Nm @ 4 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Celeste | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
