1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica 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 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | Celica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
