2002 Honda Capa vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura

To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Capa weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.

Because 1972 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 1972 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa, 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 Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Capa 1972 Lamborghini Miura
Make Honda Lamborghini
Model Capa Miura
Year Released 2002 1972
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1493 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 435 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2510 mm


 

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