1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 35 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Smart |
| Model | Bagheera | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1870 mm |
