1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo

To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 38 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 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (530 HP) has 450 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.

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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (603 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 1997 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 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Fiat Lamborghini
Model 1500 Diablo
Year Released 1959 1997
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1490 cc 5706 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 80 HP 530 HP
Torque 104 Nm 603 Nm
Top Speed 169 km/hour 334 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 Length 4040 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2650 mm