1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 16 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 326 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205, 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
| Model | Miura | 205 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
