1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 35 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 159 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1966 Lamborghini Miura 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 1966 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 166. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Miura | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Miura | 166 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
