1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,440 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 200 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. 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, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Renault |
| Model | Bagheera | Floride |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1440 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
