1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Miura | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
Model | Miura | Celica |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |