1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 2 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 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 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Seat |
| Model | Bagheera | 124 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
