1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 285 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 300 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Miura | 1900 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1883 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |