2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | Panda | Miura |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 860 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 77 L |
