2000 Kia Rio vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 25 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 11 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Kia Rio, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rio | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
