1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Matra-Simca |
| Model | GT | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2380 mm |
