1979 Lada 1200 vs. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1979 Lada 1200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lada 1200 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Lada | Matra-Simca |
| Model | 1200 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
