1999 AC Aceca vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 21 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Aceca | Celeste |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 532 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |