1977 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1977 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 470 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. 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, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lamborghini Countach | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Countach | Appia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 37 L |
