1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 21 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 300 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
Model | Alfasud | Miura |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 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 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |