1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 32 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 2010 Ford Fiesta 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. 2010 Ford Fiesta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Celeste | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |