1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 34 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2012 Audi TT 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. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Celeste | TT |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2469 mm |