1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1602 weights approximately 10 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 (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1602 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
