1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
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, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1300 | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
