1988 Eagle Summit vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1988 Eagle Summit 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1988 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Eagle Summit weights approximately 102 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 Eagle Summit, 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, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Eagle | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Summit | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 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 | 123 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
