1969 Ford 17 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 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford 17 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 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, 1969 Ford 17 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford 17 | 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Ford | Matra-Simca |
Model | 17 | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |