1977 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lamborghini Countach 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 277 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 124 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight, 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, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Honda |
| Model | Countach | Insight |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 40 L |
