1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 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 1,294 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 53 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 408 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Mazda |
| Model | Bagheera | Chante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
