1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 357 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Abarth | Matra-Simca |
Model | Bialbero | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |