1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 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 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 265 kg more than 1968 Fiat 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Fiat | Matra-Simca |
| Model | 850 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 715 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
