1976 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Celeste | 15 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
