1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 230 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | Dino | Countach |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
