1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat Ritmo 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 312 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 600 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo, 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Seat |
| Model | Countach | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
