1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta 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 365 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 694 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta, 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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1981 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Fiesta | Countach |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |