1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Abarth | Matra-Simca |
| Model | 2400 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
