1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 32 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 194 kg more than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.8 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
