1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1983 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. 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 242 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (387 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Reliant |
| Model | Countach | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
