1973 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1977 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 625 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Countach |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
