1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort 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 45 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort. 1971 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera has manual transmission. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Ford |
| Model | Bagheera | Escort |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
