1980 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 28 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Celeste | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
