1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 355 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500.
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, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (387 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | 500 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
