1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica 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 97 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Celeste | Minica |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |