2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 36 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 168 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1967 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1967 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
Model | 166 | Miura |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 77 L |