1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 90 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Austin | Matra-Simca |
Model | A 40 | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |