1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1987 Seat Marbella

To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 9 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. 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 83 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella.

Because 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Mitsubishi Celeste 1987 Seat Marbella
Make Mitsubishi Seat
Model Celeste Marbella
Year Released 1978 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 903 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 60 Nm
Torque RPM 4 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 3480 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2170 mm


 

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