1974 Fiat 124 vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 124 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 124 | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Fiat | Matra-Simca |
| Model | 124 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
