1974 Fiat 126 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 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 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 56 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 335 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 126 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2350 mm |
