1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 480 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
Model | Giulietta | Miura |
Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 77 L |