1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Miura 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 322 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 545 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Miura | Publica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
