1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 227 kg more than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 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, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bagheera | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1440 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
