1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona 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 89 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 297 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | Corona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2588 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
