1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Fiat | Matra-Simca |
| Model | 1400 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
