2006 Honda Insight vs. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Honda | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Insight | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
