1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 7 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Testarossa | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
