1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 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 42 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 130 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Austin | Matra-Simca |
Model | A 40 | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |