1946 Austin 16 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 460 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | 16 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
