2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2005 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-8 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
