1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Austin | Matra-Simca |
Model | A 40 | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |