1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP) has 412 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 610 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
Model | 1500 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 492 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 100 L |