1948 Allard K1 vs. 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard K1 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
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, 1948 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard K1 | 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Allard | Matra-Simca |
| Model | K1 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |
