1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (350 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 447 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen C 15 | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | C 15 | Miura |
Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |