1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1977 Nissan Violet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera 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 21 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Violet 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 | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Nissan |
| Model | Bagheera | Violet |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
