1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 59 kg more than 1963 Triumph Herald. 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 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (85 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Triumph |
| Model | Bagheera | Herald |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
