1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 125 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, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Skoda |
| Model | Bagheera | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |
