1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 35 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, 1971 Morris Marina (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina 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 | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Morris |
| Model | Bagheera | Marina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
