1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 284 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Urraco | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
