1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 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 324 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850.
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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 850 | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 850 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
