2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste 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 26 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
