1979 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1978 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1300. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 50 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1978 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Zastava |
Model | Celeste | 1300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |