1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 190 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. 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 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1951 Morris Minor | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Morris |
Model | Bagheera | Minor |
Year Released | 1977 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1442 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |