1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 4 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 435 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, 1977 Opel Monza (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza 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 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Opel |
| Model | Bagheera | Monza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
