1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 68 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charmant | Celeste |
Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |