1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. Both 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste and 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Celeste | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
