1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach 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 273 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 104 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Fiat |
| Model | Countach | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 40 L |
