1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 402 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. 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, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Morris |
| Model | Bagheera | Minor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2588 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
