1974 Citroen GS vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS 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 27 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 12 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
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, 1974 Citroen GS, 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, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
