1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (218 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 322 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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 (210 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 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. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Caimano | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
