1973 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 290 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 471 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S. 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, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (365 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Countach | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
| Model | Countach | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 53 L |
