1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | Coupe | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 590 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
