1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 411 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1800 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
