1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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 (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1300 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 120 L |
