1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 103 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, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bagheera | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
