1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 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, both vehicles can yield 108 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | Crown |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
