1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Austin | Matra-Simca |
| Model | A 60 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
