1995 Seat Ibiza vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1995 Seat Ibiza is newer by 17 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 30 more horse power than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 60 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, 1995 Seat Ibiza, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Ibiza. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 1995 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1995 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Seat Ibiza | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ibiza | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
