1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. 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.
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1949 Fiat 500 | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
Model | 500 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |