1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127.
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, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (172 Nm @ 4 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 127 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
