1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 376 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1500 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
