2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 34 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 428 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cee'd | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
