1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Giulietta | Countach |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |
