2010 BMW 118 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1978 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 118 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 118 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
