1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | Spider | Celeste |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 183 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |