1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 298 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2002 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
