1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 17 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
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, 1999 Lancia Kappa, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Countach | Kappa |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4754 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |