1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 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 | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Mazda |
| Model | Bagheera | 929 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
