1988 Austin Montego vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego, 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, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
