1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz, 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (172 Nm @ 4 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Jazz | Celeste |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |