1973 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1973 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION, 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, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lamborghini Urraco | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Lamborghini | Saturn |
Model | Urraco | ION |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |