1998 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic, 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | Civic | Miura |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |