1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 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 34 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 410 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Abarth | Matra-Simca |
| Model | 850 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
