1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 470 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
| Model | Countach | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 36 L |
