2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 22 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 720 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 818 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotec C 1000 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Lotec | Mitsubishi |
Model | C 1000 | Celeste |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |