2000 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 193 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Miura |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
