1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 9 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa, 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | Visa | Countach |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 374 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |