1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera 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 138 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 692 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bagheera | Minica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2588 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |