1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1989 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1989 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Countach 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) has 300 more horse power than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 640 kg more than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1989 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Reliant |
| Model | Countach | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2140 mm |
