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Matra-Simca Bagheera

General information

ModelMatra-Simca Bagheera
Year1973
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1294 ccm (78.96 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats3
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement1294 ccm (78.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power84.00 PS (62 kW or 83 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque108.00 Nm (11.0 kgf-m or 79.7 ft.lbs) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Compression9.8:1
Bore x stroke76.7 x 70.0 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed163.0 km/h (101.3 mph)
0-60 miles12.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0933 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight900 kg (1,984.2 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1210 mm (47.6 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2380 mm (93.7 inches)
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