1959 Fiat Campagnola 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 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Fiat | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Campagnola | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
