1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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 Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 1969 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Vega | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 53 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
