1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1978 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, 1960 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Austin | Matra-Simca |
Model | A 55 | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1489 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 | 4350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |