2002 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 72 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 2002 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
