1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 202 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (216 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Giulia | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
