1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 405 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Alpine | Matra-Simca |
| Model | A 110 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
