1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1995 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | 600 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
