2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP) has 326 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 590 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | 8C Competizione | Celeste |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |