1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 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 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 98 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera has manual transmission. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | Celica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2588 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
