2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 133 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jazz | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
