1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1975 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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Peugeot |
| Model | Bagheera | 404 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
