1978 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 35 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 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Bentley |
| Model | Celeste | Continental |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
