1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan 4 is newer by 20 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 53 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 232 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Morgan |
| Model | Bagheera | 4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2588 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
