1996 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | Civic | Countach |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |