1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 15 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Nissan |
Model | Bagheera | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1440 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |