2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 2,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 353 kg more than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Land Rover | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Freelander | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
