1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Miura 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 263 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lamborghini Miura | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
Model | Miura | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |