1979 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste 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 34 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Celeste | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1820 mm |
