1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 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 341 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 375 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lamborghini Miura | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
Model | Miura | 203 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |