1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 597 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Subaru |
| Model | Bagheera | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
