1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 17 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 291 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 380 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna, 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Arna | Miura |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
