1986 Ford Fiesta vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1986 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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) has 310 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 500 kg more than 1986 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1986 Ford Fiesta, 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fiesta.
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1986 Ford Fiesta | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Fiesta | Miura |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |