1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 14 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina.
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, 1975 Morris Marina (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Morris |
| Model | Bagheera | Marina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
