1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, both 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera and 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera and 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho are equipped with a 1,442 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho weights approximately 154 kg more than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Because 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Matra-Simca Rancho (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Bagheera | Rancho |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
