1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1970 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Ambassador, 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
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1984 Austin Ambassador | 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | Ambassador | Urraco |
Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |