1961 Austin 7 vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (543 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 945 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (621 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | 7 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
