1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma 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 341 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Fiat Croma. 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 Fiat Croma, 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) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Croma | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
Model | Croma | Miura |
Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2490 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 | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 399 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |