1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 404 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1958 Seat 600 | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Seat |
Model | Bagheera | 600 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |