1979 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 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 6 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Celeste | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Celeste | Charade |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
