1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1500 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 60 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, 1977 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 1500 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 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Zastava |
| Model | Bagheera | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
