1990 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 12 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 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (74 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
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, 1990 Citroen BX, 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 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BX | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
