1973 Fiat 125 vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 125 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 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, 1973 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 125 | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Fiat | Matra-Simca |
Model | 125 | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |