2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1966 Lamborghini Miura

To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 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 1966 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Punto 1966 Lamborghini Miura
Make Fiat Lamborghini
Model Punto Miura
Year Released 2003 1966
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1251 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7850 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 5750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 62 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 77 L


 

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