1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1974 Fiat 131 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 310 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 131 | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
Model | 131 | Miura |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |