1999 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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 218 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 1999 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | Civic | Miura |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |