1979 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 308 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste.
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, 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Celeste | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
