1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 37 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica 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 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Tata |
| Model | Bagheera | Indica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
