1966 Fiat OT vs. 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 1,440 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 225 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. 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, 1966 Fiat OT (134 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Fiat | Matra-Simca |
| Model | OT | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
