1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1986 Toyota Model F is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Model F weights approximately 322 kg more than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
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, 1986 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Model F 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 | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | Model F |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2240 mm |
