2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen, 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 (172 Nm @ 4 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Copen | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
