1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach

To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 331 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa.

Because 1978 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 1978 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (387 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Citroen Visa 1978 Lamborghini Countach
Make Citroen Lamborghini
Model Visa Countach
Year Released 1984 1978
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 952 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 375 HP
Torque 70 Nm 387 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2440 mm


 

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