1974 Honda 1300 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 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300.
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 Honda 1300, 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 (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1439 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2350 mm |
