1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 580 kg more than 1960 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Countach | Appia |
Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4754 cc | 1090 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 | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |