2001 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama

To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Lamborghini Jarama 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 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Civic 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
Make Honda Lamborghini
Model Civic Jarama
Year Released 2001 1972
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 5900 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 62 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L


 

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