1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 504 is newer by 5 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 430 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, 1978 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 504 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 | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Peugeot |
Model | Bagheera | 504 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |