1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1971 Nissan Laurel
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 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 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, 1971 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1971 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Nissan |
Model | Bagheera | Laurel |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |