1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 24 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 78 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Volkswagen |
Model | Bagheera | Fusca |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |