1969 Audi Variant vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Because 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Audi | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Variant | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
