1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma 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 177 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 525 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
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 Croma, 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Lamborghini | Fiat |
Model | Countach | Croma |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 374 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.4 mm |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 62 L |