1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 960 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | 700 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 618 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| 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 | 570 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
