2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 148 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | C3 | Miura |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1152 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 77 L |
