1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera has manual transmission. 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Ford | Matra-Simca |
| Model | F-150 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
