1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 349 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 480 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Giulietta | Countach |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
