2006 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 40 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 272 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 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, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1966 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Miura |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 3929 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 77 L |
