1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach

To start off, both 1978 Austin Allegro and 1978 Lamborghini Countach were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 331 more horse power than 1978 Austin Allegro. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Allegro.

Because 1978 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 1978 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Austin Allegro, 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, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (387 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Allegro.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Austin Allegro 1978 Lamborghini Countach
Make Austin Lamborghini
Model Allegro Countach
Year Released 1978 1978
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1098 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 44 HP 375 HP
Torque 74 Nm 387 Nm
Engine Bore Size 64.6 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.7 mm 62 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3200 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2440 mm


 

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