1955 Fiat V8 vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 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 360 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 460 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8. 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:
| 1955 Fiat V8 | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | V8 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
