1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 490 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lamborghini |
| Model | Charmant | Countach |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
