1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,724 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
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, 1974 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine 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. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1974 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Sunbeam |
| Model | Bagheera | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
