2007 Opel Zafira vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 32 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 680 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira, 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Zafira | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zafira | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
