1980 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 17 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Reliant |
| Model | Celeste | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2140 mm |
