1978 Holden Gemini vs. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1978 Holden Gemini 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Holden Gemini. 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 Holden Gemini (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Gemini | 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Holden | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Gemini | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
