1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1966 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 620 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1966 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
Model | 1000 | Miura |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |