1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica 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 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
Model | Bagheera | Celica |
Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |